I am talking about dill, thyme and basil.
2007-03-25 11:01:21 · 8 answers · asked by Matahari 4 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
You probably could, but why don't you dry them instead. They can be stored at room temperature, and it intensifies the flavor. Just turn your oven to the lowest heat setting, and put the herbs in. Keep an eye on them. I think they'll in 3 to 7 hours.
2007-03-25 11:07:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many gardeners dry herbs from their herb garden, so that they'll be able to enjoy their fresh herbs for a few months longer. Drying herbs is an easy, efficient means to preserve fresh herbs, but herbs with a high water content seem to mold before they ever dry. To preserve herbs with a high water content, like basil, chives lemon balm, mint and tarragon, fresh freezing is a better option. The herbs will become limp in the process, but their flavor will be intact.
Frozen herbs will keep their flavor for several months. Unlike dried herbs, where the flavor gets more concentrated when drying, frozen herbs can be used in the same proportion as fresh herbs.
To Freeze Herbs:
Method 1:
Harvest the freshest, heathiest leaves
Wash and pat dry with paper towels
Spread the individual leaves on a small tray or cookie sheet. Freezing the leaves flat and individually will prevent them from freezing together into a brick.
Cover and place the tray of leaves into the freezer
When frozen solid, place in airtight containers and return to the freezer. Once frozen individually, the leaves will not meld together.
Method 2:
Harvest the freshest, heathiest leaves
Wash and pat dry with paper towels
Stuff 2-3 individual leaves in ice cube trays. Pack them in so that at least half the cube is herb leaves.
Fill the tray with water. Make sure the leaves are down into the water, as best you can, and place in the freezer.
The the ice cubes are frozen, remove from the tray and store in zip closure bags.
When ready to use, toss the whole ice cube into your favorite stew or dish.
2007-03-25 11:05:45 · answer #2 · answered by Tom ツ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You sure can!
Place a small amount of the whole herbs in the bottom of the empty ice tray sections.
Fill the ice tray with cold distilled water.
Freeze.
Place the ice cubes in labeled plastic baggies.
The herbs were so fresh, I made pesto using my basil!
2007-03-25 11:12:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, i have. just defrost them in the fridge over a couple days to keep from making them real soggy.
2007-03-25 11:05:31 · answer #4 · answered by ~Kimberly~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can freeze them but do not defrost.
Use them frozen or they'll be a mushy mess.
2007-03-25 11:04:58 · answer #5 · answered by sonnyboy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
freeze them in a zip-lock then defost in refrigerator over night
2007-03-25 11:07:05 · answer #6 · answered by leroux3s 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but they can change color, and use them frozen.
2007-03-25 11:07:29 · answer #7 · answered by DRH 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-03-25 11:18:18 · answer #8 · answered by wesi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋